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Empower Yolo Renames Shelter to Honor Starkweather Family’s Transformative Support

Mar 18, 2025 12:05PM ● By Natalia Baltazar, Director of Development and Community Relations of Empower Yolo

Empower Yolo is proud to announce the renaming of its shelter to the Starkweather Family Shelter in honor of the Starkweather family’s extraordinary generosity and commitment to the organization’s mission.

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Celebrate Día de los Niños/Día de los Libros at Library

Mar 18, 2025 11:33AM ● By Yolo County News Release

Yolo County Library invites children and their families to a vibrant celebration of Día de los Niños/Día de los Libros (Children’s Day/Book Day), a nationwide initiative promoting literacy, diversity, and the joy of reading.

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We Prosper Together Awards $5 Million to Advance 11 High-Impact Projects

Mar 18, 2025 11:27AM ● By Blue Zones Project News Release

We Prosper Together is investing $5 million in 11 transformative initiatives across the Capital Region to advance economic resilience and create high-quality jobs.

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Two New Musicians Join the Sacramento Philharmonic & Opera

Mar 18, 2025 10:58AM ● By Sacramento Philharmonic & Opera News Release

The Sacramento Philharmonic & Opera received a fresh injection of artistic talent with the appointment of two new musicians to the orchestra: Dr. Laura Arganbright, second oboe, and Harry Hwang, second clarinet.

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TY Johnson Named to All-Big West First Team

Mar 18, 2025 10:35AM ● By University of California Davis News Release

The University of California (UC), Davis senior guard TY Johnson, one of the most dynamic two-way players in college basketball, was named to the All-Big West First Team on Tuesday, March 11, as announced by the conference.

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New Home Sales Rebounded in February

Mar 18, 2025 10:31AM ● By North State Building Industry Association News Release

Sacramento-area new home sales slowed during the first three weeks of February before coming back strong during the last week of the month, according to the North State Building Industry Association on March 11.

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SMF Invests $2 Million in Public Art

Mar 18, 2025 10:24AM ● By Sacramento International Airport News Release

Sacramento International Airport (SMF) continues its public art program with a $2-million investment in three permanent art installations as part of its SMForward expansion.

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SacSewer Offers Tours

Mar 18, 2025 10:00AM ● By MPG Staff

Reservations are now being accepted for the Sacramento Area Sewer District’s free EchoWater Resource Recovery Facility (EchoWater Facility) public tours from April to October.

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Become a First Responder, Teacher and Leader through Service

Mar 17, 2025 04:47PM ● By California Volunteers, Office of the Governor News Release

On March 12, Governor Gavin Newsom and Governor’s Office of Service and Community Engagement (GO-Serve) Director Josh Fryday announced California is seeking 10,000 people to join the California Service Corps.

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Experience the Best of Broadway!

Mar 14, 2025 03:15PM ● By Sacramento Choral Society & Orchestra News Release

The Sacramento Choral Society & Orchestra Presents ‘A Lerner & Loewe Celebration’

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March is for Celebrating

Mar 11, 2025 10:55AM ● By United Cerebral Palsy of Sacramento and Northern California News Release

March marks Disability Awareness Month, a time to celebrate the achievements, contributions and resilience of people with disabilities. It’s an opportunity to raise awareness, promote understanding and work toward a more inclusive world for everyone.

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Capital Stage Apprentice Program Accepting Applications

Mar 11, 2025 10:00AM ● By Capital Stage News Release

Capital Stage, Sacramento’s innovative and professional nonprofit theatre company, is accepting applications for its 2025/26 Apprentice Company.

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St. Patrick’s Dinner to Help Youth

Mar 11, 2025 09:11AM ● By Idaly Valencia

Agua Viva members are hosting a St. Patrick’s Day dinner on March 15, which includes a raffle and lively dancing music. This is an annual event but it will be the group’s first time hosting the dinner and festivities.

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Restoring California: A Call to Cobb Mountain

Mar 10, 2025 12:13PM ● By Dannah Nielsen, photos by Dannah Nielsen

Visiting tiny towns is a bit of a civic duty that maybe wasn’t written into the curriculum or taught in lesson plans before we exited into the real world.

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Sacramento Zoo Celebrates Baby Giraffe Birth

Mar 04, 2025 12:03PM ● By Sacramento Zoo News Release

The Sacramento Zoo is thrilled to announce that Amirah the giraffe gave birth to a female calf on Saturday, March 1, at 2:56 p.m.

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Tickets Now on Sale for the 2025 California Capital Airshow

Mar 03, 2025 05:51PM ● By California Capital Airshow News Release

The 2025 California Capital Airshow, presented by Sacramento County in partnership with the City of Rancho Cordova, returns to Mather Airport on March 22 and 23.

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SAFE Accepting Applications for $16,000 in Scholarships

Feb 27, 2025 02:56PM ● By SAFE Credit Union News Release

SAFE Credit Union is now accepting applications for its annual scholarship awards for $4,000 each to support graduating high school seniors and students currently attending community college.

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Aggie Earns Pitcher of the Week Award

Feb 27, 2025 02:28PM ● By UC Davis Athletics News Release

UC Davis senior right-hander Noel Valdez held Gonzaga scoreless for six innings in the Aggies' 3-1 win on Feb. 15 and was honored with the season's first Big West Pitcher of the Week award, the conference announced on Feb. 17.

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Neighborhood Builders Celebrates 20 Years

Feb 26, 2025 04:40PM ● By Bank of America News Release

Junior Achievement, Yolo Food Bank Receive Grants, Leadership Training

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Companion Set to Help Vet

Feb 26, 2025 10:21AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

A 45-pound (and growing fast) bundle of canine comfort has brought new confidence to Major Abri Green.

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Sac State Recognized for High Research Activity

Feb 25, 2025 03:53PM ● By Cynthia Hubert, Sacramento State University

Sacramento State University has joined a prestigious group of universities across the country that boast a significant commitment to research and scholarly activities.

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Drain After Rain to Prevent Mosquitoes

Feb 25, 2025 03:46PM ● By Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District News Release

The recent rain has left behind stagnant water. Since temperatures are expected to increase over the next few days, this can create the perfect combination for mosquitoes to breed, according to the Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District on Feb. 20.

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City Council, Police Address ICE Concerns

Feb 18, 2025 10:03AM ● By City of West Sacramento News Release Posted Feb. 14

Statement by the West Sacramento City Council Regarding Immigration Enforcement

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Gayton Appointed Chief Probation Officer

Feb 18, 2025 09:56AM ● By Yolo County News Release

Yolo County Interim Administrator Drik Brazil has announced the appointment of Rachelle Gayton as chief probation officer.

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Yolo County Hosting Expungement Clinic on March 13

Feb 18, 2025 09:53AM ● By Yolo County News Release

Yolo County is assisting residents in overcoming barriers to economic stability and successful reintegration into society hosting a free Expungement Clinic on Thursday, March 13, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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Yolo County Celebrates Black History Month

Feb 18, 2025 09:49AM ● By Yolo County Office of Education News Release

Yolo County is celebrating Black History Month throughout February with a month-long series of events and activities designed to engage, educate and inspire the community.

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Running for Cancer Research

Feb 18, 2025 09:14AM ● By Dana-Farber Cancer Institute News Release

On April 21, Maria Amparo Haynes of Elk Grove is running to defy cancer as a member of the Dana-Farber Marathon Challenge team in the 129th Boston Marathon.

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Hornet Freshman Named Men’s Tennis Player of the Week

Feb 18, 2025 09:10AM ● By Sacramento State University News Release

On Feb. 12, Hornet freshman Gur Libal was named the Big Sky Conference Player of the Week after leading the Hornets to a 3-1 record over the previous week.

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Pranyte Named Women’s Player of the Week

Feb 18, 2025 09:08AM ● By Sacramento State University News Release

An undefeated record and a historic team victory for the Sacramento State women's tennis team helped lift freshman Emilija Pranyte to Big Sky Conference Player of the Week

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Athletics Storming into Spring Training

Feb 18, 2025 09:01AM ● By Martin Gallegos, MLB.com

There was a different energy as Athletics pitchers and catchers took the field at Mesa Arizona’s Hohokam Stadium on Feb. 12 for the first day of spring training, one that has not been felt around these parts in quite some time.

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Sacramento History Museum Offers Exciting Ways to Celebrate Black History Month

Feb 18, 2025 08:51AM ● By Sacramento History Museum News Release

Sacramento History Museum officials are excited to offer two engaging ways for the community to celebrate Black History Month.

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City Hosts Mental Health Film Screening

Feb 12, 2025 11:37AM ● By Mitch Barber

West Sacramento Parks and Recreation is hosting a screening of “What I Wish My Parents Knew,” a 45-minute film that explores the inner struggle of children battling depression and anxiety in silence.

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Community Center to Host Family Dance and Fun Night

Feb 12, 2025 11:28AM ● By MPG Staff

On Saturday, Feb. 22, the West Sacramento Community Center is hosting a fantasy-themed, family dance. All family members, by birth or by bond, are welcome at this family-friendly event.

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Athletics Give a Nod to Sacramento

Feb 12, 2025 11:18AM ● By Daniel Canfield

Major League Baseball and the Athletics recently announced that the Athletics will wear a new sleeve patch featuring a depiction of the iconic Tower Bridge, which is located behind the ballpark in right field, as well as the word “Sacramento, “all in the team’s classic green and gold color scheme.

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Benefit Fruit Tree Sale March 1

Feb 12, 2025 09:41AM ● By Winters Friends of the Library News Release

There’s nothing like picking and eating fresh, tree-ripened fruit. You can beautify your yard and reduce your grocery bills at the Winters Friends of the Library annual Fruit Tree Sale.

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